Mass Exodus: Ethnic Armenians Flee Nagorno-Karabakh Amidst Russian Peacekeeping Concerns

Ethnic Armenians in Nagorno-Karabakh are fleeing the region as Azerbaijan recaptures most of the disputed territory, despite the presence of Russian peacekeepers. A fuel depot explosion injured hundreds of Armenians waiting to leave, while thousands have already evacuated to Armenia. The failure of Russia to uphold the peace deal brokered in 2020 has led to accusations of ethnic cleansing and a humanitarian crisis. The United States has pledged support to Armenia and called for other countries to do the same. The situation marks a strategic shift in the South Caucasus region, where Russia, Turkey, and the West vie for influence.